On 24 May 2026, from 09.00 to 16.00, the Faculty of Science at Khon Kaen University advanced its strategic initiative to develop lifelong learning opportunities by welcoming teachers and students from Khon Kaen Wittayayon School for an intensive scientific laboratory training programme. Ms. Arisara Akkasorn, along with a team of four teachers, led a delegation of 70 Grade 10 students from the Science, Mathematics, Technology, and Environment (SMTE) special classroom project and the Premium Science project to undergo hands-on skill development in authentic university laboratories.
The programme divided students between two academic disciplines to maximise experiential learning:
- Department of Biology: Students attended a laboratory workshop on ‘Vertebrate Anatomy’, examining the internal anatomical structures of poultry. The session convened at Laboratory SC3110 in Building Sc.03.
- Department of Chemistry: Students engaged in a practical session titled ‘Basic Techniques for Chemistry Laboratories’, which emphasised the precise use of key scientific instruments for weighing, volumetric measurement, and standard calculations in accordance with international standards. The training took place at Laboratories SC8522 and SC8608 in Building Sc.08.
Ms. Kawinthida Sompanya, a Grade 10 student representative, expressed great enthusiasm for the experience, noting that she had been thrilled to observe and learn about animal anatomy firsthand. She praised the faculty members for their close supervision and continuous guidance throughout the workshop, adding that the experience delivered novel practical insights unavailable in regular classrooms and that she hoped the school would organise such activities more frequently.
Ms. Arisara Akkasorn, the supervising teacher, observed that the students were highly energised by the off-campus laboratory environment, particularly as this was the first external practical training for this cohort of Grade 10 students. She noted that the students were fascinated by the modern instrumentation, which helped them conceptualise science as a practical, applied discipline rather than a mere textbook concept, while instilling foundational skills that can be directly applied to their school curriculum. She also encouraged other students to embrace out-of-classroom experiences to expand their personal learning horizons.
This outreach activity directly reflects the academic service mission of the Faculty of Science in addressing the developmental needs of the community and educational institutions. By providing secondary students with access to sophisticated scientific apparatus and professional techniques, the Faculty stimulates analytical thinking and inspires future scientific endeavour. This initiative aligns with Khon Kaen University’s Education Transformation strategy, which focuses on national advancement by sharing academic resources and expertise with the community to develop the next generation of skilled scientists and technologists.
